65--Notice of Intent for Sole Source for Implants products

The U.S. Army MEDCOM Western Regional Contracting Office plans to award a sole source contract valued at $35,329.76 to Medtronic Inc. for the purchase of implant products to be used at Evans Army Community Hospital, Fort Carson, Colorado. The selection of these products will be based on the surgeon’s determination that they best meet the specific medical needs and requirements of the patients. All products procured under this contract must be FDA approved and tailored to meet both the surgeon’s and patient’s requirements. This procurement will follow the Simplified Acquisition Procedures as outlined in FAR Part 13 and is not a request for proposal, nor will a solicitation be issued. Although the award is intended as sole source, other firms wishing to provide similar supplies or equipment are invited to submit supporting documentation demonstrating the capabilities and specifications of their products within three calendar days of the notice publication. These submissions will be reviewed for consideration in future acquisitions. Communication regarding this notice must be directed solely via email to the designated purchasing agent, with no telephone or facsimile requests accepted. The contract is associated with NAICS code 339113, which pertains to surgical and medical instrument manufacturing.